Beach Type

Coarse sand

Facilities

Toilets and a cafe

Activities

Fishing
The cliffs also lend themselves to fossil hunters
Being rich in ammonites and shellfish fossils

Nature and Wildlife

The beach is near the South West Coast Path. There are also cycle paths in the area.

Parking

There is a National Trust car park at the beach. for which there is a charge between April and October. It is free for National Trust members.

Water Quality

Excellent

Lifeguard

No

Cleaning and Litter

Litter bins are provided.

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed on the beach from June to October inclusive.

Awards and Recommendations

Marine Conservation Society Recommended

Location

Nearest town: Burton Bradstock
County: Dorset
Latitude/Longitude: 50.6954, -2.72216
Postcode: DT6 4RG
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)

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Access

Access is from the B3157. Hive beach is signposted from Burton Bradstock village.

Public Transport

Every 2 hours from Bridgeport to Weymouth.

Nearest Railway Stations

Maiden Newton (Approx. 9 miles away)

Tourist Information

Bridport Tourist Information Centre 47. South Street DT6 3NY Tel: 01308 424901 Fax: 01308 421060 e-mail: bridport.tic@westdorset-dc.gov.uk Open: Apr-Oct. Mon-Sat 0900-1700 Nov-March. Mon-Sat 1000-1500

See the Environment Agency report for this beach

Accomodation Links

Hotels and Guest Houses in Burton Bradstock